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Press Rewind, Aug. 4-10
Twisters, data centers and a hidden figure highlight the week that was in Fredericksburg news.
Developer eyes data center campus on 83.5 acres near Cowan Boulevard
Southern-Maryland based Penzance submitted a pre-application to the City of Fredericksburg’s Technical Review Committee.
Fredericksburg city crime report, July 28-Aug. 5
The following crimes were reported to the Fredericksburg Police Department from July 28-Aug. 5. Larceny- Theft from Motor Vehicle: 1500 block Augustine Avenue, 7/31, A person reported items in his unsecured vehicle had been tossed around. 1400 Payne Street, 7/31, A...
Trailblazing ‘figure’ officially on the map at city elementary school
The Fredericksburg City School Board voted 4-1 to recommend ‘Gladys West Elementary School’ as the name for the former Walker-Grant building.
FFP exclusive: Fredericksburg Fire Chief Mike Jones talks derailment, response
The Free Press sat down with Jones to discuss the CSX derailment, his department’s response and his takeaways from the incident.
‘Commonwealth Conversation’ yields mixed signals on phone use in schools
Several local superintendents, administrators and school board members attended Tuesday’s talk, which was hosted by the state Department of Education.
City manager, Spanberger press CSX on derailment, response
Tim Baroody asked that CSX respond to the inquiries — in writing — by mid-August.
FFP exclusive: There’s nothing middling about new city school
The Free Press accompanied FCPS educators and administrators on a recent tour of the city’s new middle school, which will open its doors for the 2025-26 school year.
What Fredericksburg-area pols, organizers are saying about Biden’s exit from race
The Free Press compiled statements issued by Fredericksburg-area politicians at the state and federal levels in reaction to Biden bowing out of the presidential race.
Updated: CSX freight train derails in downtown Fredericksburg
VRE: No impact expected for Monday a.m. service related to Saturday’s derailment.
Learning Lane to be closed for two months for stormwater pipe repairs
The city will hold a neighborhood meeting at 6:30 p.m. July 31 in the Lafayette Elementary School cafeteria to discuss the impact of the repairs.
Press Rewind, July 14-20
Editor’s note: We’re in the news business here at the Fredericksburg Free Press, and as such, strive not to miss any stories of import to our community. But we also know that our readers are busy people whose lives don’t revolve around our daily 5 a.m. newsletter (as...
After years of planning, supporters hope Jeremiah Community has found its home
On July 10, the Fredericksburg Planning Commission held a public hearing on the supportive housing development, which is proposed for 31.7 acres in the Bragg Hill area.
Carter, Brooks found guilty of second-degree murder in Jasiah Smith slaying
The two defendants will face up to 40 years in prison when sentenced in September.
Jury in Fredericksburg murder trial shown video depicting shooting scene
Aaron Carter, 21, and Lorenzo Brooks, 18, face charges of first-degree murder, as well as use of a firearm in commission of a felony.
Trial begins in slaying of 18-year-old Fredericksburg resident Jasiah Smith
Prosecutors present evidence linking accused to handguns found after killing.
Fredericksburg EDA to consult with community groups, develop proposals regarding homelessness
The EDA also voted to begin advocating for addition of a bike and pedestrian lane when Falmouth Bridge is rebuilt.
Fredericksburg School Board approves new cell phone policy
Students who violate the policy will be subject to discipline ranging from a warning to out-of-school suspension.
Who is Matt Brooks? Fredericksburg resident to appear on Jeopardy!
Monday’s episode, which airs at 7:30 p.m. on WJLA-7, marks the culmination of a 20-year trivial pursuit.
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